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Bali to deport two Polish nationals for flouting Nyepi ban
Two Polish nationals will be deported for flouting the ban of Nyepi, the day of silence, after being at Purnama Beach in Sukawati, Gianyar, Bali, and arguing with pecalang (Balinese traditional guards) when reprimanded on Wednesday.
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A general view shows an empty street in Badung, Bali on March 22, during Nyepi, the day of silence, when Hindus do not work, travel or take part in any indulgence. (AFP/Dicky Bisinglasi)
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wo Polish nationals will be deported for flouting the ban of Nyepi, the day of silence, after being at Purnama Beach in Sukawati, Gianyar, Bali and arguing with pecalang (Balinese traditional guards) when reprimanded on Wednesday.
Karol Grabinski, 39, and Barbara Karina Walczak, 24, were found eating their meals on the beach at a bale bengong (open-air wooden hut) on the beach at 9.30 a.m. on Wednesday when the pecalang patrolled the areas. A small camping tent was attached on the bale bengong.
The pecalang told them that it was Nyepi and no one was allowed to stay outside or be in a public area.
The video of the couple arguing with the pecalang circulated on social media. In the video, the two foreigners are seen arguing with the pecalang, saying that everyone has the right to be on the beach and if no one is allowed to be in public, the pecalang should not be there as well.
Sukawati village leaders reported the incident to the local police.
Bali Police spokesperson, Sr. Comr. Stefanus Satake Bayu Setianto, said the couple was immediately taken to Sukawati Police Station as soon as the report was received.
